Fernandina Beach Police Department
March 15, 2022
There are many “trends” on social media platforms. Recently the #OrbeexGun trend appears to encourage teens to conduct “drive by shootings” of citizens with a gel blaster or Orbeez Gun. The Orbeez is soft, non-toxic, and biodegradable, but could cause injury if striking a person at a high speed or in a sensitive area such as the eyes. This “trend” also has the potential to cause fear or panic in that some of these gel blaster guns could be mistaken for an actual firearm.
Locally we have had two reported incidents involving this trend in the Downtown area. Those involved were identified and released to their parents. Thankfully no one was hurt in either situation.
We share this information so that parents can be aware of this trend and if your teen has a gel blaster gun we encourage you to discuss the potential dangers of this new trend.